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Food pantry (groceries)

Grace Church in Newark

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Grace Church in Newark, an Episcopal parish in the Anglo-Catholic tradition, runs a long-standing Food Ministry that distributes supplemental groceries to neighbors in and around Newark experiencing food insecurity. The pantry has been serving the community since the late 1990s, currently distributing roughly 70 to 100 bags per week. Offerings include grocery bags, low-prep ready-to-eat bags, fresh produce sourced from the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, and toiletries. Distribution is offered with dignity and respect on a first-come, first-served basis, prioritizing hungry families, individuals experiencing housing instability, immigrants and refugees, and other adults in need. The ministry is sustained by parish volunteers under Food Pantry Director Michael Thaddius Banks.

  • Requirements

    • ID required
    • Proof of address required
    • Call in advance for services
    • First come, first serve: open until food runs out

  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries

Schedule

  • Today

    3:30 pm–5:30 pm

    • Fresh produce
    • Toiletries may be available

  • Tue, August 25th (next week)

    3:30 pm–5:30 pm

    • Fresh produce
    • Toiletries may be available

  • Tue, September 1st (in 2 weeks)

    3:30 pm–5:30 pm

    • Fresh produce
    • Toiletries may be available

  • 3:30 pm–5:30 pm

    every week on Tuesday

  • 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

    every month on the 1st Sunday

Map of Grace Church in Newark

Location

950 Broad St

Newark, NJ 07102

directions

Contact

(973) 623-1733

https://www.gracechurchinnewark.org/the-food-ministry

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Grace Church in Newark, at 3:30 PM in 4 hours. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Grace Church in Newark requires: ID required, Proof of address required, Call in advance for services, First come, first serve: open until food runs out.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Yes — Grace Church in Newark requires an appointment or pre-registration. Check the resource page for contact info and how to schedule your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like Grace Church in Newark offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Do they have meat?

Unfortunately, Grace Church in Newark may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is Grace Church in Newark open today?

Grace Church in Newark is open today 3:30 PM-5:30 PM!

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. Grace Church in Newark is located at 950 Broad St!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.